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Meshtastic Protocol Overview
Meshtastic is an open-source mesh networking project built on LoRa radio hardware. It has a large, active global community and is one of the most widely deployed LoRa mesh platforms available. How Meshtastic routes messages Meshtastic uses a flooding approach...
Meshtastic Setup Guide
Getting started with Meshtastic is straightforward. The project has extensive documentation and a large community, making it one of the easiest LoRa platforms to get up and running. What you need A Meshtastic-compatible LoRa device, fully charged A smart...
General Questions
General Questions Answers to the most common general questions about LoRa mesh networking, MeshCore, and Meshtastic. Do I need a license to use Meshtastic or MeshCore? No. Both protocols operate in the 915 MHz ISM (Industrial, Scientific, and Medical) band ...
Hardware and Setup
Hardware and Setup Answers to common questions about choosing hardware, flashing firmware, and configuring your first LoRa mesh node. What is the difference between MeshCore and Meshtastic? Both are LoRa mesh networking protocols that run on similar hardwar...
Battery and Power
Battery and Power Answers to common questions about battery life, power management, battery chemistry, solar sizing, and long-term deployments. How long does the battery last? Battery life varies significantly by device type, display type, messaging activit...
Mesh Repeaters
Guides for planning, building, and deploying repeaters on MeshCore and Meshtastic networks.
Meshcore Repeaters
How to plan, configure, and deploy MeshCore repeaters to extend network coverage.
Meshtastic Repeaters
How to plan, configure, and deploy Meshtastic repeaters to extend network coverage.
Mesh Networking 101
The basics of mesh networking: how it works, device types, available networks and FAQs.If you're new to mesh networking, start here!
Overview
What repeaters are, why they matter, and how they fit into a MeshCore network.
Site Planning
Choosing locations and understanding what affects coverage.
Hardware
Power systems, enclosures, and hardware considerations.
Configuration
Flashing firmware, presets, radio settings, and advertisements.
Overview
What repeaters are and the different device roles available.
Site Planning
Choosing locations, antennas, and using network maps.
Hardware
DIY vs kits, power systems, and enclosures.
Configuration
Setting device role, rebroadcast mode, and power optimization.
Best Practices
Avoiding common problems, legal considerations, and config backups.